#8 Franklin Central Flashes
- State Champions: None
- State Runners Ups: 2006
- State Finalists: 2001 (7th), 2002 (7th), 2004 (3rd) 2007 (11th), 2008 (6th)
- Semi State Champions: 2006
- Regional Champions: 2002, 2004, 2007, 2008
- Sectional Champions: 2002, 2004, 2007, 2008
Franklin Central has been one of the strongest programs throughout the years and looks to be even higher on the list in an all-time outlook. They were at the state finals 6 of the 10 years, which is a huge accomplishment from the Indianapolis area. Recently, they have benefitted from the tournament format as they are always one of the few other teams being added into the Brebeuf Regional teams competing to qualify out.
Perhaps the most interesting quality to this program is how it has constantly reloaded not only on depth, but on a true front runner. Aaron Fisher left at the start of the decade, but it was not long until the Flashes had a new face up front. Think Adam Settle, Adam Green and now sophomore standout Jason Crist. While being a front-runner does require some natural ability, Franklin Central continues to develop these athletes.
The Flashes are known to peak well at the right time of the season and often fly under the radar until doing so. Franklin Central may be one of the most technically sound programs at perfecting the peak.